MSI

MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24

The MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24 lands as a solid mid-range 4k monitor, built around 27 in.

60/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
27 in240 HzQD-OLED0.03 msDisplayHDR TRUE Black 4003840 x 2160
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Why we rate it

  • Picture-in-Picture
  • G-Sync
  • FreeSync
  • Above-average refresh rate
  • No kvm switch
  • Below-average usb-c power delivery
Score profile

Where the MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24 wins and loses

Scored against the 4k monitors class
DisplayPortsGamingErgonomics63588484
Display
63
Ports
58
Gaming features
84
Ergonomics
84
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size27 "
Resolution3840
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeQD-OLED
Pixel density166 ppi
Refresh rate240 Hz
Response time0.03 ms
Peak brightness1000 nits
Colour depth10
DCI-P3 coverage99

HDR and contrast

HDR certificationDisplayHDR TRUE Black 400
Contrast ratio1500000

Ports

HDMI ports2
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version1.4
USB-C1
USB-C Power Delivery15 W
Picture-in-PictureYes

Gaming features

G-SyncYes
FreeSyncYes

Ergonomics

TiltYes
SwivelYes
PivotYes
VESA mount100

Build

Chassis materialBlack

More specs

USB c ports1
Vesa mount100 mm
HDMI 2 1 ports2
Color depth bit10
Dci p3 coverage99 %
Head to head

MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24 vs Samsung Samsung Odyssey OLED LS27FG810SUXXU

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPortsGamingErgonomics
MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24Samsung Odyssey OLED LS27FG810SUXXU
 MSIMSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24This pageSamsungSamsung Odyssey OLED LS27FG810SUXXU
Overall score60 /10060 /100
Size27 "27 "
Refresh240 Hz240 Hz
Panel typeQD-OLEDQD-OLED
Response0.03 ms0.03 ms
HDR certifiedDisplayHDR TRUE Black 400DisplayHDR True Black 400
Peak1000 nits1000 nits
Who it's for

Is the MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable 4k monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need kvm switch, in which case a higher-tier 4k monitor is the better call.

Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
good
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 60/100 against other 4k monitors, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24?

Its picture-in-picture stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWG?

The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWG scores 61/100 versus this one at 60/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.